2025
AI & Machine Learning Judging Panel
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Neelam Koshiya |
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Neelam Koshiya brings 15 years of experience in enterprise AI architecture and cloud computing, making her well-qualified to evaluate technical achievements. As a principal applied AI architect at AWS, she leads large-scale AI implementations that modernize business operations across industries. Her expertise in enterprise integration and strategic planning allows her to assess technology solutions with precision and business insight. Through her educational initiatives and mentorship, she contributes to industry knowledge development. Koshiya’s comprehensive understanding of AI and cloud architecture ensures a thorough evaluation process, aligning with the awards program’s commitment to recognizing innovation and excellence in technology. |
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Salman Shahid |
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Salman Shahid, Chief Marketing Officer at DevBatch, has revolutionized digital marketing through pioneering AI integration. With 17 years of experience, he developed sophisticated machine learning algorithms for customer segmentation and marketing automation that significantly improved campaign performance and ROI. His book “Your Market is Ripe to Disrupt” provides actionable frameworks for AI-driven marketing strategies, helping businesses modernize their approaches. His innovations in email marketing automation and customer targeting have set new industry standards, while his data-driven methodologies have consistently delivered exceptional results in e-commerce optimization. |
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Pritam Roy |
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Capgemini |
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Pritam Roy is a senior data engineering and AI leader specializing in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digital transformation. With expertise in Generative AI, large language models, and cloud architecture, he has successfully implemented AI-driven solutions that enhance business operations, optimize supply chain management, and improve customer engagement. He has led the development of AI-powered chatbots, self-service analytics models, and cloud optimizations, resulting in significant cost savings and operational efficiency. Additionally, he spearheaded a fleet management AI solution, optimizing vehicle tracking, predictive maintenance, and fuel efficiency analytics, leading to improved logistics performance. His candidate-matching AI system has transformed recruitment processes by leveraging advanced machine learning models to enhance hiring efficiency and workforce management. His leadership in expanding technical teams and training programs demonstrates his ability to drive innovation in AI-driven business automation, making him a key figure in the industry. |
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Prajkta Waditwar |
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Prajkta Waditwar is a visionary procurement leader who transforms organizational capabilities through cutting-edge technological innovations. She implements AI-driven procurement solutions that dramatically reduce processing times, generate millions in cost savings, and optimize complex international supply chains. With expertise spanning Fortune 500 companies and government organizations, she revolutionizes municipal procurement processes, manages multi-million dollar budgets across three continents, and drives sustainable business practices. Her technical mastery, combining chemical engineering with strategic business acumen, enables her to implement advanced e-procurement platforms, optimize enterprise systems, and consistently deliver exceptional operational improvements that redefine modern procurement strategies. |
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Sahil Arora |
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Twilio |
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Sahil Arora is a seasoned product management leader and independent researcher specializing in AI/ML, Identity & Access Management, and cloud infrastructure. As a Staff Product Manager at Twilio, he drives innovation in enterprise platform architecture, handling over 2 billion daily API requests while maintaining robust security standards. His expertise spans companies like VMware and Twilio, where he has developed scalable, high-impact solutions. With a strong academic background in data science and information technology, he has also contributed extensively to AI/ML research and has published IEEE conference papers. Arora builds cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance efficiency, security, and customer experience. |
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Chanakya Thunuguntla |
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Intuit |
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Chanakya Thunuguntla is the People AI and Analytics Solutions Lead at Intuit, focusing on integrating artificial intelligence and data analytics into human resources strategies. His work centers on improving talent development and optimizing organizational performance by leveraging advanced technology. Thunuguntla’s expertise spans data science, AI-driven decision-making, and the practical application of analytics in enhancing employee satisfaction and productivity. With a strong background in implementing cutting-edge AI solutions, he helps businesses turn complex datasets into actionable insights, driving meaningful organizational change and elevating the role of technology in HR practices. |
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Ranjith Martha |
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Ranjith Martha is a distinguished IT leader and data engineering expert with 20 years of experience in banking and finance technology. Martha serving as Assistant Vice President at Deutsche Bank in Data Engineering. His innovations in artificial intelligence have revolutionized data capture and analysis in the financial and insurance sectors. Martha’s expertise in cloud migration and enterprise architecture has guided numerous organizations through digital transformations, implementing scalable and efficient solutions. His comprehensive approach to IT strategies has resulted in streamlined operations and improved data governance across multiple countries. With a Master’s in Computer Science and specialized certifications in AI and Machine Learning, Martha combines technical prowess with a global perspective, consistently driving innovation and setting new standards in data engineering and technology integration. |
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Raj Sonani |
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Raj Sonani combines technical expertise and legal understanding as a senior product manager at LexisNexis’s Intelligize platform, where he leads AI development for legal research solutions. His education merges business strategy from Cornell’s MBA program with legal knowledge from his Juris Doctor at Lakehead University. At Microsoft and Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, he implemented AI solutions across diverse sectors. His data analysis and machine learning experience at the Government of Canada and major corporations enables him to evaluate technological advancement and practical business impact. This multidisciplinary background in law, technology, and business provides comprehensive insight for assessing industry excellence. |
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Shishir Tewari |
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Shishir Tewari brings comprehensive technical expertise from implementing data solutions at leading technology companies. As senior data engineering manager at Procore Technologies, he develops AI and machine learning applications for construction software. He builds on his experience creating financial data systems at Google Finance and Morgan Stanley. His work spans advertising analytics at Amazon, consumer platforms at Microsoft’s Bing Maps, and enterprise solutions at J.P. Morgan, demonstrating a deep understanding of technology implementation across diverse industries. Tewari’s practical experience in evaluating and deploying emerging technologies combines his proven ability to assess the impact of innovation in multiple business contexts. |
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Muthu Selvam |
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Muthu Selvam leads software engineering initiatives at U.S. Bank, implementing AI and machine learning solutions for digital banking services. His expertise spans front-end engineering, security compliance, and user experience optimization, particularly in Digital Wires, ACH, and External Transfer systems. As an IEEE member specializing in Large Language Models, he has developed frameworks for international technological implementation at organizations including Tata Consultancy Services and Randstad Digital Americas. His work has resulted in 40 percent faster processing times while maintaining enterprise security standards and improving customer engagement metrics through enhanced digital interfaces. |
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